used to be democrat. then, became republican. >> reporter: he hasn't been in political office for about two decades. a long shot. but his supporters say he will add a little cajun spice to the campaign. and if nothing else, george, he has a head start. >> jon, thanks very much. >> a little cajun spice. >>> coming up on 7:08. we have new details this morning about legendary movie star, mickey rooney, and a shocking tale of alleged abuse at the hands of his own family. he told a senate panel he is one of the millions of elder abuse. he was denied basics, like food, medicine and that his daily life was unbearable. our claire shipman has more on this. >> reporter: good morning, robin. rooney's story floored lawmakers. he's accusing his stepson and stepdaughter who was taking care of rooney and his mother, leaving them barely enough money to survive. and at times, keeping a lock on their refrigerator. >> someday you'll learn that greatness is seizing an opportunity. >> reporter: from the silver screen, this ma